
Sudoku, a simplified version of an older game, was created by Japanese puzzle manufacturer Maki Kaji in 1984, and became a worldwide phenomenon. AFP
Sudoku, a simplified version of an older game, was created by Japanese puzzle manufacturer Maki Kaji in 1984, and became a worldwide phenomenon. AFP
'Godfather of Sudoku' Maki Kaji dies aged 69
His death was made public on Tuesday by the Nikoli publishing company, which Kaji co-founded